2004 Mack CL Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2004 Mack CL problems

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Power train: axle assemblyReported March 3, 2010 · 15,490 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cl, cv, le, mr, rb, rd, and model year 2003 through 2004 dm heavy trucks manufactured from february 1, 2002 through september 30, 2003, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. The axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.
Risk: These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.
Remedy: Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began on march 5, 2010. Owners may contact mack at 1‑800‑866‑1177.

Recall number 10V069000 · Recall details

Power train: axle assemblyReported June 30, 2009 · 10,300 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Mack is recalling 10,300 model year 2004 and 2005 cl, cv, dm, le, and rb and model year 2004 rd heavy trucks manufactured from october 1, 2003 through september 30, 2004, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. The axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.
Risk: These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.
Remedy: Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began on august 14, 2009. Owners may contact mack at 1‑800‑866‑1177.

Recall number 09V240000 · Recall details

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Is the 2004 Mack CL reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2004 Mack CL.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Mack CL?

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How many recalls does the 2004 Mack CL have?

2 recalls, covering power train.

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